Derran is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname 'Ó Duibhir' which means 'descendant of the dark-haired one.' It's a unisex name but is more commonly used for males. The name has a unique sound and offers a refreshing alternative to more traditional or common names.
The name Derran experienced peaks in popularity between 1961 and 1967, with a notable resurgence in the late 1980s to early 1990s. After a significant decline from the mid-1970s onwards, it saw another small spike in 2008. Overall, there have been 67 births registered with this name across these years.